Soledad police officer to compete in 2026 Latin American Police and Firefighters Games

Officer Luis Santiago Martínez Valerio of the Soledad de Graciano Sánchez Municipal Civil Guard will compete in the 2026 Latin American Police and Firefighters Games. The event is scheduled to take place from October 11 to 17 in León, Guanajuato.

Martínez Valerio, a 27-year-old officer with four years of service, will represent his corporation in the 74 kg boxing category. He has practiced the sport since the age of 19 and most recently competed in the Feria Nacional Potosina (FENAPO) 2026.

The international competition brings together members of public security and emergency response agencies from nine different countries to demonstrate athletic ability and recognize the discipline and service of first responders.